The comedian and his partner announced that they’re expecting their first child together in May 2016, USA Today reports. This will be the revered entertainer’s ninth child, and Butcher’s first. The pair have been dating for four years as well.

Murphy stepped back into the spotlight after being honored on Saturday Night Live’s 40th anniversary special, and was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in October. Now, this news will add to Murphy’s lineage, namely following the successful careers of his daughters Bria and Shayne Murphy.